Who Will Be the Final 3 in The Men’s Hundred 2024 Knockout Stage

As the Men’s Hundred 2024 approaches its final stages, the race for the top three spots is intensifying. With 23 out of 32 matches completed, only three teams will move on to the knockout stage in this unique format. The team that tops the points table will secure a direct berth in the final, while the second and third-placed teams will battle it out in the Eliminator on August 17 at The Oval.

Here’s an analysis of the potential final three teams likely to make it to the knockout stage of Men’s Hundred 2024.

Oval Invincibles

Oval Invincibles

The Oval Invincibles have lived up to their name this season, dominating the league with five wins out of six matches. Their only hiccup came against the Northern Superchargers, where they suffered a 19-run defeat. However, they bounced back quickly with victories over formidable opponents like Southern Brave, Manchester Originals, Welsh Fire, London Spirit, and Birmingham Phoenix.

Sam Curran has been the driving force behind the Invincibles’ outstanding performance this season. With 176 runs at a remarkable average of 44 and 13 wickets in just six innings, Curran stands as the tournament’s top wicket-taker and the third-highest run-scorer. His all-round brilliance has been pivotal in establishing the Invincibles as strong contenders for direct qualification to the final. If Curran and his teammates maintain their winning momentum, the Oval Invincibles are well on their way to lifting the trophy this season.

Southern Brave

Southern Brave

Southern Brave have also had a solid run in the Men’s Hundred 2024, sitting comfortably in second place with four wins from six matches. Their two losses came at the hands of the top-ranked Oval Invincibles and third-placed Northern Superchargers, which shows that Brave have only been bested by the best.

Looking ahead, Brave’s remaining fixtures are against Trent Rockets and Welsh Fire. Given their previous dominant victory over Fire, another win seems likely, which should secure their spot in the knockout stage. With a well-balanced squad and key players peaking at the right time, Southern Brave are strong contenders to advance and possibly challenge for the title.

Northern Superchargers

Northern Superchargers

The Northern Superchargers have been the only team to defeat both Oval Invincibles and Southern Brave, earning them the nickname “giant slayers” of this season. Currently third in the points table with seven points from six matches, the Superchargers have had a mixed bag of results, including unexpected losses to Birmingham Phoenix and Trent Rockets, along with a no-result against Welsh Fire.

However, with upcoming matches against the bottom two teams, London Spirit and Manchester Originals, the Superchargers are in a prime position to capitalize and secure their place in the Eliminator. All eyes will be on Nicholas Pooran, the team’s top scorer, who has accumulated 161 runs, including two half-centuries. If Pooran continues to fire, the Superchargers could make a serious push for the final.

As the Men’s Hundred 2024 heads into its final stretch, the Oval Invincibles, Southern Brave, and Northern Superchargers look set to be the last three teams standing. The Invincibles are poised to clinch the top spot and secure a direct berth in the final, while Southern Brave and Northern Superchargers are likely to face off in the Eliminator. 

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